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Grizzlies Re-Sign Christian Koloko to Second 10-Day Contract Amid Injury Woes

MEMPHIS, TN – The Memphis Grizzlies, battling a significant number of injuries, have re-signed center Christian Koloko to a second 10-day contract, the team announced today. The move, first reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania, was made possible by a hardship exception granted by the NBA.

Koloko initially joined the Grizzlies on December 22nd via a similar hardship deal. In his first stint with the team, the young big man appeared in five games, averaging 18.6 minutes. While his scoring was limited to 10 points, Koloko made a notable impact on defense, recording 19 rebounds, six steals, and six blocks. The Grizzlies boasted an impressive +15.2 net rating with him on the floor.

A hardship exception allows teams with at least four players sidelined for an extended period due to injury or illness to add an extra player to their roster. Currently, Ty Jerome, Scotty Pippen Jr., Zach Edey, John Konchar, and Brandon Clarke are all out for the Grizzlies. The league’s decision to grant a second hardship exception suggests the players are expected to be out longer.

Koloko’s second 10-day contract, which runs through January 11th, will cover Memphis’ next six games. After this contract expires, the Grizzlies will need to decide whether to sign him for the remainder of the season or release him, as NBA rules prevent players from signing three 10-day contracts with the same team. Koloko is the first player to have been offered a second 10-day contract with the Grizzlies this season. Koloko will earn $136,717 during this time.

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